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combined operations

American  

plural noun

  1. war operations carried out cooperatively by two or more allied nations or by coordination of the land, sea, and air forces of one or more nations.


Etymology

Origin of combined operations

First recorded in 1835–45

Example Sentences

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U.S. officers go to schools throughout their careers to learn combined operations in each of the Army's combat branches – infantry, artillery, armor, signal and engineers.

From Salon • Jan. 21, 2023

In previous years, some investors and management teams tended to favor sprawling conglomerates, touting the benefits of combined operations and teams.

From Washington Post • Jun. 21, 2022

Now that Webb is fueled, the mission team will begin "combined operations," according to the statement.

From Scientific American • Dec. 8, 2021

Despite their districts being far across the state from each other, the two combined operations and shared three staffers - an unusual arrangement.

From Washington Times • Sep. 11, 2015

Likewise, in combined operations, the alert officer will take it upon himself to learn and respect the insignia, relative ranks, and customs of his Allies.

From The Armed Forces Officer Department of the Army Pamphlet 600-2 by United States. Dept. of Defense